Data Engineer, AI/ML III/IV

Zone 5 Technologies develops autonomous unmanned aircraft systems and next-generation flight technologies. The role focuses on building production-grade frontend dashboards and visualization systems for complex autonomy datasets, enabling engineers to analyze flight test results, sensor performance, and system behavior. Responsibilities include frontend development, advanced data visualization, UI/UX design, data integration, and analytics tool development.

Responsibilities:

• Build responsive, production-ready web dashboards using modern frontend frameworks (React, TypeScript)
• Develop reusable UI components and visualization libraries for internal analytics applications
• Implement interactive features including filtering, brushing, zooming, and coordinated views across multiple charts
• Create polished user experiences with attention to performance, accessibility, and visual design
• Manage state, data flow, and API integration in complex single-page applications
• Design and implement sophisticated visualizations for time-series, geospatial, and multi-dimensional data
• Build custom chart types and interactive graphics tailored to autonomy and flight test use cases
• Develop 3D trajectory viewers, map-based displays, and sensor visualization overlays
• Create real-time data streaming visualizations for live monitoring of autonomous systems
• Implement animation and transition effects that clearly communicate data changes over time
• Design intuitive interfaces that make complex technical data accessible to diverse engineering audiences
• Create visual hierarchies and information architectures that guide users to critical insights
• Develop design systems and style guides for consistent visual language across analytics tools
• Conduct user testing and iterate on designs based on feedback from engineering teams
• Translate data insights into clear visual narratives that communicate findings effectively
• Connect frontend applications to data APIs, databases, and analytics backends
• Implement client-side data processing and aggregation for responsive user experiences
• Build query interfaces and parameter controls that allow users to slice and filter datasets
• Develop export and reporting features for sharing insights with stakeholders
• Collaborate with data scientists and platform engineers to optimize data delivery for UI performance

Requirements:

• Bachelor's in Computer Science, Data Science, Human-Computer Interaction, Design, or related field – equivalent industry experience also welcome
• 5-8+ years of experience in frontend development with focus on data-intensive applications
• Expert-level proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and modern frontend frameworks (React, Vue, or Angular)
• Strong experience with data visualization libraries (D3.js, Plotly, Recharts, or similar)
• Deep understanding of UI/UX design principles and best practices for data presentation
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and responsive design techniques
• Experience with Python for data manipulation and analysis (Pandas, NumPy)
• Understanding of RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and frontend data fetching patterns
• Strong visual design skills and ability to create aesthetically pleasing, functional interfaces
• Experience building dashboards for engineering, robotics, or technical domains
• Familiarity with 3D visualization libraries (Three.js, Deck.gl, Cesium)
• Knowledge of geospatial data visualization and mapping libraries (Mapbox, Leaflet)
• Understanding of time-series data and real-time streaming visualization
• Experience with WebGL, canvas rendering, or high-performance graphics
• Background in interaction design, information visualization, or visual analytics
• Familiarity with design tools (Figma, Sketch) for mockups and prototyping
• Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive design practices
• Experience with state management libraries (Redux, MobX, Zustand)
• Understanding of ROS2 data formats or flight test data structures
• Background in statistical visualization or exploratory data analysis
• Experience with testing frameworks for frontend applications (Jest, React Testing Library)